Merrill Lynch Employee Reviews for Financial Advisor

"For the short time I worked at BofA, I really enjoyed everything about it."

"I've worked at Merrill for 2 years. It is a fast paced environment. It requires you to pay attention to detail and be efficient with minimal supervision."

What do you like about working at Merrill Lynch?

"I like the focus on the potential to make your own success."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"When they say that it is up to you to make your own success, they are understating it! Don't expect for things to be explained to you, or for someone to tell you what you should be doing at any given time. You have to actively seek answers all the time and keep asking all those around you. Ultimately, the company doesn't really care if you succeed or fail - if you bring in one client, you've pretty much paid back the cost of your training, so the only person invested in your success is you."

What don't you like about working at Merrill Lynch?

"I have absolutely no idea what I'm doing. Ever. And nobody seems to care."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"There needs to be a much greater focus on preparing new hires for the career and less of a 'They'll figure it out' mentality."

"Connections are important for success."